The problem
Brake lines installed underneath the carpeting in the passenger compartment may rust due to the entry of water and road salt. If rusting remains unchecked, it produces leaks in the lines and brake fluid may be lost.
The fix
The dealer will inspect and, if necessary, replace the interior brake lines at no cost to owner. Owners are also advised that all brake lines should be inspected at two-year intervals.
Contacts
Vehicle description: passenger vehicles.System: service brakes; brake lines.Consequences of defect: failure of one braking circuit of the dual systemincreases the vehicle stopping distance and may result in a vehicle accident.Failure of both may cause total loss of brakes.Note: owners are cautioned to have vehicles with failed brakes towed to thedealer. Indication of failure is evidenced by soft resistance of the pedal ortravel of the pedal almost to the floor.
What to do
- Check your VIN. Enter it at nhtsa.gov/recalls - it shows whether this recall applies to your vehicle and whether the repair has been done.
- Call a dealer. Any authorized Volkswagen dealer will do the repair free, whether or not you bought the vehicle there. Quote campaign 83V116000.
- Ask about parts and a loaner. If parts aren't available yet, ask what to do in the meantime.
- Keep your paperwork. If you paid for this repair before the recall, you may be able to get reimbursed - here's how.